The list of academic options at Oakland University is constantly
growing. OU currently offers more than 120 undergraduate degrees
and more than 120 graduate and certificate options. Students have
the opportunity to participate in high-level research as early as
their freshman year.

From important registration reminders to daily events, stay focused on the
finish line while getting the most out of your educational experience.
More than 200 active student organizations take learning to a new level,
while student service offices are here to help you succeed.

Over 100,000 alumni proudly call OU their alma mater. Upon graduation, you will
automatically be welcomed as a member of Oakland University's very active Alumni
Association. Alumni stay connected through networking, volunteering and mentorship
programs.

Nearly half a million people visit campus each year to explore OU's cultural icons,
such as the home to OU's founder, our very own National Historic Landmark. Be
inspired by guest speakers from around the world, or awed by artwork, student,
faculty and guest performances.

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opportunities that prepare Oakland University students to be leaders.
Support the OU Fund (the area of greatest need), scholarships, athletics,
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League, one of the NCAA's top performing leagues. Athletes can also be found in
dozens of club and intramural sports, or playing recreational games of disc or
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Writing Excellence Award 2014

Writing Excellence Awards 2016

As an undergraduate student currently enrolled at Oakland University, you are invited to submit your writing for the Writing Excellence Awards sponsored by the Department of Writing and Rhetoric. The current competition covers Winter, Summer and Fall 2015.

Papers are accepted in eight categories:

First Year Writing (WRT 102, 150, or 160)

Category 1: Rhetorical Essay (Rhetorical Analysis)

Category 2: Analytical Essay

Category 3: Research Essay

Upper-level WRT or Writing Intensive

Category 4: Research Project

Category 5: Creative Non-Fiction

Category 6: Professional Writing

All Courses

Category 7: Multi-media Project

Category 8: Reflective Project

Recommended Submission Periods

2015 Submissions: by January 15, 2016

Prizes

First Place: $100

Second Place: $75

Third Place: $50

Submission Guidelines

Complete and submit the form below. Remove your name and your instructor’s name from the project and send an electronic copy to wrt@oakland.edu.In the subject line, type Writing Excellence 2016.

For online entries such as Youtube videos or web sites, please paste the link:

By submitting this essay, I certify that it is my own original work and was submitted to the above named course during the semester listed. I also agree that my submission may be reproduced, with minor editorial corrections if necessary, to be shared with faculty and other students.